110 In The Shade The Musical

book by N. Richard Nash, lyrics by Tom Jones, and music by Harvey Schmidt

110 In The Shade 2007 Revival Cast Recording

110 In The Shade Sheet Music

A musical version of Nash's The Rainmaker. 11O IN THE SHADE takes place in 1933 during the dust bowl times in a small, drought-stricken town of the American southwest. The lives of the Curry family and the rest of the townsfolk are affected by Starbuck, a con man on the run from the law who promises he can bring rain within 24 hours.

Nash's book is faithful to his original play, although all the interior scenes were moved outdoors to allow for the addition of townspeople for ensemble numbers and dances. Many of Jones\' lyrics come directly from Nash\'s play.

Audition Preparation Suggestions for 110 In The Shade

This is an upbeat show, so an uptempo audition song is recommended. Show off your range and personality.

Most characters must dance to some extent.

 

 

Lizzie Curry (Mezzo, 30s)

A strong, smart, but very plain looking spinster. She yearns desperately for romance.

H.C Curry (Baritone, 50 - 70)

Lizzie's father. He is in his late fifties, powerfully set, capable, dependable - but a dreamer too.

Noah Curry (Baritone, 30-40)

Lizzie's older brother. Like his father, without H.C.'s imagination. He would appear to be self-righteous and rigidly opinionated were it not for his basic decency and his warm yearning to be kind.

Jimmy Curry (Tenor, tap dancer, 20s)

Lizzie's younger brother. Big and broad-shouldered, but the mind of a child. He is filled with longing.

Bill Starbuck (Baritone to G, 30s)

A big man, lithe, agile -- a loud braggart, a gentle dreamer. Starbuck is the driving force of the story - a strong actor who sings and is able to carry the intimate romantic scenes as well as the big musical numbers.

File (Baritone, 40s)

The sheriff, He is a lean man, reticent, intelligent, in his late thirties. He smiles wryly at the world and at himself. The town's most elligible bachelor.

Snookie Updegraff (Mezzo/Belt, dancer, 18-25)

She is perhaps seventeen and extremely pretty. Strong comedienne (This role was created by Lesley Anne Warren and also played by Kristin Chenoweth)

Toby (Featured dancer - tap, 30-50)

The middle-aged stationmaster.

Others: Belinda, Bo Dollivan, Geshy Toops, Gil Demby, Maurine Toops, Mr. Curtis, Mrs. Jensen, Olive Barrow, Phil Mackey, Tommy, Wally Skacks

Towns people (18 - 60

3 children 9 -12

• Act One
• Another Hot Day (File and company)
• Lizzie\'s Coming Home (H.C. Curry)
• Love, Don\'t Turn Away (H.C., Noah, Jimmy, Lizzie)
• Poker Polka (Noah, Jimmy, File)
• The Hungry Men (Female company)
• The Rain Song (Bill Starbuck and company)
• You're Not Foolin' Me (Starbuck and Lizzie)
• Cinderella (Lizzie)
• Raunchy (Lizzie)
• A Man and a Woman (File)
• Old Maid (Lizzie)
• Act Two
• Evenin\' Star* (Starbuck)
• Everything Beautiful Happens at Night (Company)
• Melisande (Starbuck, Lizzie)
• Simple Little Things (Lizzie)
• Little Red Hat (Jimmy)
• Is It Really Me? (Starbuck, Lizzie)
• Wonderful Music (H.C.)
• The Rain Song [reprise] (Company)